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Follow Okaz channel on WhatsApp – The name of Ali Huda, former president of Uhud Club, was closely associated with the club’s entity. He was more than just a passing name in the Medina sports world; rather, he left an indelible mark on history. Despite attempts to distance him from the sporting arena, Al Huda remained a fan of this entity and continued to support it, even when it was excluded in a way completely unworthy of its history and sacrifices. He did not whine for the position or his return, but rather continued to support his opinions and ideas…

Due to growing concerns about geopolitical events, Brent crude oil futures prices soared at the close of trading today (Thursday), reaching their highest level in five and a half months, specifically since August 1, 2025, as the price of a barrel reached the $71.87 level during the session.Global benchmark oil prices rose as much as 4.66%, with the price of U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude above $66, amid renewed risks of conflict that could disrupt oil exports from Iran or cause ripple effects on global markets if a vital sea route is shut down.”The American vessels I have ordered to…

The Saudi Professional League has announced changes to the start time of the match between NEOM and Damak, scheduled to be played tomorrow (Friday) at the King Khalid Sports City Stadium as part of Matchday 19 of the Saudi Roshan League.The association explained that due to circumstances related to the postponement of the departure of the Damac team’s flight by the airline, the match will be held at 8:30 pm instead of the previous 6:50 pm.The Saudi Professional League confirmed its keenness to continue coordinating with the clubs involved and taking the necessary steps to ensure that matches are conducted…

The price of gold in spot trading soared to levels never before reached, today exceeding $5,500 an ounce, and continued to soar as investors flocked to safe-haven assets, with silver also hitting record highs.Gold price increased by (2.9)% to $(5554.76) per ounce after earlier reaching $(5591.61).The price broke through the $5,000 barrier for the first time on Monday and rose more than $500 within four sessions.Among other metals, silver rose (1.5)% to $(118.36) per ounce after previously hitting an all-time high of $(119.34).Platinum rose (0.1)% to 1 oz ($2,697.54) after hitting a record high ($2,918.80).Palladium rose (0.5)% to ($2,091.15 per…

The Director of Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has begun preparing an operational plan for the holy month of Ramadan 1447 AD, which embodies the message of the Two Holy Mosques to enrich the experience of visitors and spread guidance to the world, following an approach of moderation and moderation.Dr. Sheikh Abdul Rahman bin Abdulaziz Al Sudais, Head of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque, explained in a press conference this evening (Thursday) that the plan was created with comprehensive and methodological care, anticipating the needs of the holy month, evoking…

Under the patronage of Bandar bin Ibrahim Al Khoraev, Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, and in the presence of Engineer Majid bin Rafid Al-Khoubi, Chief Executive Officer of the Food Industrial Parks and Technology Zone Authority, Siniora Food Industries inaugurated its new factory in the city of Jeddah over two days in the presence of a large number of His Excellencies, officials and representatives of government agencies. Businessmen, media personnel and the company’s partners participated in a strategic step that reflects growing confidence in the investment and industrial environment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.The opening of the factory…

Copper prices hit a record high of more than $14,000 a tonne on Thursday as speculators ramped up buying, supported by expectations of strong demand, a weaker dollar and geopolitical concerns. Higher prices have dampened physical demand from industrial consumers, defying warnings from some analysts that they are not supported by current supply and demand fundamentals. The London Metal Exchange’s benchmark three-month copper price rose 9% to a record high of $14,268 a tonne, taking its gain to $14,147 by 1:15 p.m. Japan time. In official open trading on the LME, copper rose 6.6% to $13,950 per tonne. “Copper prices…

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia supported the Middle East Green Initiative (MGI) and stressed the importance of regional cooperation and collective action to advance towards achieving the goals of environmental protection, expanding vegetation coverage, and addressing the challenges of desertification, drought and climate change. Saudi Arabia also announced the start of the operational phase of the initiative and preparations for the launch of an ambitious project. This was stated in a speech by Abdulrahman Al-Fadly, Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture, who is also the Chairman of the second session of the MGI Council of Ministers, at the conclusion of…

The National Privatization Center has unveiled a national privatization strategy aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving the quality of services provided to citizens, residents and visitors, targeting 18 key areas.promising fieldTargeted sectors include communications and information technology, zakat, taxes and customs, media, health, municipality and housing, industry and mineral resources, environment, water and agriculture, human resources and social development, education, transport and logistics services, Hajj and Umrah, public transport, interior design, Royal Commission for Al-Ula, defence, Royal Commission for Riyadh City, sports, and national real estate, all with huge future opportunities and investments.priority opportunityThe strategy includes 147 priority investment opportunities…

Amendments to the commercial franchise system make it clear that prior experience requirements in the commercial franchise system do not apply to certain categories of donors and franchisees. This approach aims to increase market flexibility and widen the base of practitioners for important economic activities, particularly those aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 and its enforcement programmes.The amendments included the need to include franchising among the promising areas in which the state is looking to expand investment. The administration also required franchisors to submit an integrated business model with detailed instructions and accurate market analysis, supported by feasibility…